Wednesday night we talked about Jabez and the way that he hoped in God for blessing, even though his name essentially meant “pain-causer”.

I have 2 copies of a book called The Prayer of Jabez for Teens, and I’d like to give them away.  Here is all you have to do to get your hands on a book:

Memorize Jabez’ prayer in 1 Chronicles 4:10.  Recite it to Kevin to get your book. Hurry – there are only 2 books to give away!

We’re looking at Salvation this Sunday in our Core Beliefs series.

So, what is salvation all about – what does it mean to be saved?  Send Kevin your response to have it read this Sunday at the beginning of Sunday School…you may even be rewarded for your answer…

The first 3 students who come to Kevin with the answer to this question will get their pick of some stylish footprint gear!  Here’s the question:

What is the only book of the Bible that does not specifically mention God?

10/5 Update: 2 students have answered the question, so there’s still room for one more!!

We’re a few weeks into our fall theme, Footprints, and I thought it would be helpful for everyone to see the big picture.  Here is what we are covering each week:

1. Introduction (Sept. 9)
2. Jonathon – Footprint of Friendship/Loyalty (Sept. 16) 1 Sam. 20
3. Rahab – Footprint of Risk (Sept. 23) Josh. 2
4. Ruth – Footprint of Faithfulness (Sept. 30) Ruth 1-4
5. Jabez – Footprint of Hopefulness (Oct. 7) 1 Chron. 4:9-10
6. Ezra – Footprint of Zeal (Oct. 14) Ezra 7:10
7. Nehemiah – Footprint of Vision (Oct. 21) Neh. 1:1-2:20
8. the Bereans – Footprint of Diligence (Oct. 28) Acts 17:10-15
9. Ehud – Footprint of Courage (Nov. 4) Judges 3:12-30
10. Gideon – Footprint of Trust (Nov. 11) Judges 6:11-24
11. Esther – Footprint of Bravery (Nov. 18) Esther 4:10-17
12. Celebration Night (Dec. 2)

There is no meeting on November 25, since it is Thanksgiving week.

Hi RYM Students!

This Wednesday during Fuel we will be talking about Ruth and her footprint of faithfulness.  To get you ready for the night I have searched for the corniest video I could find, and I came up with this one.  I hope you like it!

After our discussion on Wicca tonight I thought it would be a good idea to post a website that both gives a good description of Wicca and provides Biblical evidance for how we as Christians can respond.  The website is called CARM – Christian Apologetics and Research Ministry.  Since there were some other questions tonight that dealt with other issues, this site is a good one to use to research those questions, too (questions like God’s Existence, is the Bible true?, etc.)  Here’s the site:

Wicca | Christian Apologetics & Research Ministry .

You guys did a great job tonight – the discussion was excellent!

On Wednesday at Fuel we talked about the Muslim faith.  This post is designed to help you dig a little deeper and learn how to witness to a Muslim person.  Any student who looks at these things will get their pick of candy as a prize. I’ll keep this offer open until Sunday, August 16.  All you need to do is take a look at the video and the link and tell me something you learned from each one.  It’s that simple!

Witnessing to a Muslim link:  http://www.dare2share.org/worldviews/muslims/.

Nabeel’s journey to Christ video:

Part 1

Part 2

Waves of Grace will begin with their first rehearsals on Sunday, August 30.  Choir will be from 4:30-5:30.  Bells will be from 5:30 to 6:30.  Sign-up sheets will be passed around during Sunday School during August if you’re interested.  Even if you’ve been in WoG in the past, you will still need to sign up.  You may choose just choir, just bells, or both.  If you don’t have a chance to sign up in Sunday School or have questions, you may email or call Kenn & Judi.

We are always welcoming new faces regardless of musical experience!  We can’t wait to see you!

Kenn and Judi

Directors, Waves of Grace

Our online hub here has a new, fully functioning counterpart:  The Youth Info Board.

I recently sent out an update that this board was on the wall in the church lobby and would be taking shape in the near future.  This week has seen some significant progress, as the board has been moved to what I like to call the “Hex o’ fun,” that 6-sided column on wheels in the church lobby.  The hex has been moved behind the welcome desk, where people can view it from all sides.  You’ll find a panel dedicated to the youth ministry there.

In addition to that, we have installed some plastic paper holders onto the youth panel of the hex for you to grab some of the latest youth ministry items, including permission slips, and our monthly Parent Page.  That Parent Page is something that we cannot include online, due to licensing restrictions, so be sure to stop there and pick up a hard copy as a resource and insight into youth culture.

We will certainly be making some more tweaks in the future, but consider our info board up and fully functioning.  It is exciting that the youth ministry can pioneer the use of the hex as a ministry resource for people who enter Redland’s doors.

-Kevin Freeman

Our Central Union Mission workday has been cancelled for tomorrow, Friday the 30th, since we only had 2 students signed up to go.  This can be a fairly heavy vacation time, so this is understandable.

There are 2 great events to help with next week.  The first is a workday at the church this Monday, August 3 (check the calendar page for details).  The second is on Tuesday evening from 5-8pm.  Redland has a table at the Olney National Night out (in the parking lot where the old theaters are).  We are looking for people of all ages, including students, to come out and help draw a crowd, which will make our table more attractive to others.

Hope to see you there!